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SUMMARY:Games Night in the Bunker | Halloween edition
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for a rematch. Take your games night to the next level\, 75 feet underground inside a once top-secret Cold War bunker. \nBuilt to support government operations during a national emergency\, the historic space of the Diefenbunker now sets the stage for an evening of strategy\, teamwork\, rivalry\, and fun.  \nGather your friends or family\, don your costumes\, and get into the Halloween spirit with some friendly competition. Choose from a variety of board and card games provided\, including Clue\, Risk\, Codenames\, Monopoly\, and Settlers of Catan\, or bring your own to play. Grab a seat\, roll the dice\, and enjoy games night in a setting unlike any other.  \nDate \nSaturday\, October 24\, 2026  \nTime \n6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.   \nTickets\n$19.95 per person*; children 5 years old and under are free\n*Prices exclude taxes and host processing fees. Taxes and fees are calculated at checkout.  \nDetails  \n\nChoose from a selection of board games and card games provided. Have a favourite game? BYOBG (Bring Your Own Board Game) and challenge fellow players. \nFor this Halloween edition\, costumes are welcome. \nBar service and snacks will be available throughout the evening. \nExplore a temporary exhibition showcasing historical Cold War-era games. \nBring home a unique souvenir from the museum’s Gift Shop.\nThis is an all-ages event. Attendees under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \nThis is a drop-in event — feel free to arrive at any point during the evening. \n\nWe encourage attendees to purchase tickets in advance.  \nAttendees will receive a 10% off voucher to use on their next visit to the museum.   \n>> RESERVE YOUR TICKETS(opens in new tab) 
URL:https://diefenbunker.ca/events/october-games-night/
LOCATION:Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum\, 3929 Carp Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K0A 1L0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Halloween at the Bunker 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us underground for a day of spooky season fun for all ages. \nFree Halloween programming will take place at the museum entrance and in the Blast Tunnel. Stop by for activities for youth and families\, a spooky photo backdrop\, and trick-or-treating (while supplies last). No admission or booking is required to take part in the free programming.  \nWe invite you to continue your Halloween visit inside the Diefenbunker with general admission — explore the museum and take part in a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt along the way.  \nDate\nSaturday\, October 31  \nTime\nHalloween programming: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.\nMuseum admission and scavenger hunt: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  \nCost\nHalloween programming: Free\nMuseum admission and scavenger hunt: Purchase a general admission or guided tour ticket to enter the museum. Tickets can be purchased in advance or on site.  \nCostumes are welcome all day for visitors of all ages.  \n>>PLAN YOUR VISIT\n   \n\nPlease note that the multiple levels\, stairs\, and narrow hallways in the Diefenbunker can make the museum difficult to navigate with a stroller\, and there is no elevator available for public use. While an accessible stair lift is available\, we recommend bringing a baby carrier instead of a stroller\, if this is a feasible option for you. Learn more about accessibility. 
URL:https://diefenbunker.ca/events/halloween-at-the-bunker-2026/
LOCATION:Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum\, 3929 Carp Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K0A 1L0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Veterans’ Week at the Diefenbunker 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Diefenbunker was an active military base for 32 years throughout the Cold War. We invite you to learn why we remember as you explore Cold War stories at the Diefenbunker.\nThe Diefenbunker Museum will be open on November 11. \n\nStay tuned — more details coming soon.
URL:https://diefenbunker.ca/events/veterans-week-at-the-diefenbunker-2026/
LOCATION:Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum\, 3929 Carp Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K0A 1L0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Operation Whisky: A Festive Fallout Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, November 21\, 2026 for the return of our signature annual fundraiser\, with a retro festive twist! \nTravel back in time to the 1950s and escape the looming nuclear winter as you stay warm underground in a decommissioned fallout shelter\, delighting in a mid-century holiday party with whisky tastings\, themed cocktails\, tasty treats\, a silent auction\, and other festivities. \nEnjoy unique flavours and a slice of the past\, while contributing to the preservation of Canada’s Cold War story. \nTickets\nIndividual: $160.00 \n\n\nFour whisky tastings\nA selection of food pairings and appetizers\nAccess to full cash bar\nTax receipt for a portion of the ticket price\n\n\nDesignated Driver: $100.00 \n\n\nA selection of food plates and appetizers\nTwo non-alcoholic beverages\nAccess to non-alcoholic beverages at the cash bar\nTax receipt for a portion of the ticket price\n\n\nSponsor a Full Table: $1\,500 \n\n\nTickets for 8 people\nFour whisky tastings per person\nA selection of food pairings and appetizers\nAccess to full cash bar\nBonus gift for each attendee\nRecognition as a sponsor in event promotions and signage\nTo sponsor a table\, please contact marketing@diefenbunker.ca.\n\nTickets must be purchased in advance. \n\n>> RESERVE YOUR TICKETS\n\nEvent details\n\n6:00 p.m. Doors open. Join the party and check out the cash bar\, appetizers\, silent auction\, and festive activities throughout the lower levels of the museum.\n6:30 p.m. Event kick-off and introductions.\n6:45 p.m. Sommelier introduces the whisky selections. Whisky and food pairings available at stations throughout the evening.\n9:00 p.m. Silent auction closes.\n9:30 p.m. Event ends.\n\nSilent auction\nWe look forward to featuring incredible prizes from local businesses in the event’s silent auction. To inquire about donating items to our silent auction\, please contact marketing@diefenbunker.ca. \n\n\nBletchley Park (opens in new tab)\nBytown Museum (opens in new tab)\nCarp Custom Creamery (opens in new tab)\nDunrobin Distilleries (opens in new tab)\nEquator Coffee Roasters (opens in new tab)\nFirehouse Subs (opens in new tab)\nHappy Goat Coffee Co. (opens in new tab)\nOCR Academy (opens in new tab)\nOttawa Little Theatre (opens in new tab)\nSpirits Canada (opens in new tab)\nWine Growers Canada (opens in new tab)\nYuk Yuk’s (opens in new tab)\n\n\nWhisky selections \nWhisky is provided by Ottawa’s own SFR Distillery (opens in new tab). Guests will be served 0.5 oz of each of the four whiskies. \nSponsors\nBy sponsoring this event\, you can put your organization at the forefront of important community engagement and impact. Learn more about the available sponsorship opportunities (opens in new tab) and contact marketing@diefenbunker.ca for more information. \nWhat cause am I supporting?\nA portion of your ticket for this fundraising event is a donation to the Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum. Ticket purchasers will be issued a tax receipt after the event for this donation. \nThe Diefenbunker is an impressive four-storey underground facility that operated as the country’s central communications headquarters during the Cold War\, ready at any moment in case of a nuclear attack. Today\, it is a one-of-a-kind museum\, national historic site\, and independent charitable organization. \nYour support through our fundraiser will contribute to our preservation and conservation efforts\, along with our ability to offer high-quality exhibitions and educational programs to visitors year-round. Thank you for preserving an important window into the past\, as we continue to share important history lessons and strive to build a more peaceful future. \n\nThank you to our event supporters\nWHISKY SPONSOR & SOMMELIER \n(opens in new tab) \nFOOD CURATION \n(opens in new tab) \n    
URL:https://diefenbunker.ca/events/2026-whisky-tasting-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum\, 3929 Carp Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K0A 1L0\, Canada
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